Hydrophore Installation Rules and Plumbing Guide

Hydrophore Installation Rules

Hydrophore Location Selection

If the installation site, such as a well or cistern, exceeds a depth of 7-8 meters, double-suction deep well hydrophores should be used for depths of 12-20 meters. The hydrophore should be placed in a location that is not affected by heat sources such as burners or boilers. Adequate space should be left around it for maintenance and repairs.

Hydrophore and Pump Water Inlet Installation

When installing the water system for the pump inlet, the following rules should be observed:

• The hydrophore must be fed from a water tank and should not be directly connected to the city network.
• Pipes used in the system should be pressure-resistant materials such as galvanized, polyethylene, or polypropylene.
• The water inlet to the pump should be as smooth as possible. If plastic pipes are used, their wall thickness should be considered; for this reason, suction lines should be at least 1 1/2 inches instead of 1 inch.
• A "Water Level Float" should be placed inside the water tank to prevent the hydrophore from running dry.
• A dirt filter should be installed in the water inlet line to prevent large particles from entering the pump and causing damage.
• The distance between the pump and a water tank on the same level should not exceed 10 meters.
• If the hydrophore is drawing water from a lower-level tank, special precautions should be taken to ensure proper operation.

Hydrophore Connection Schematics

Hydrophore Installation with Air Provided by a Compressor

In this system, the hydrophore tank is pressurized by an air compressor. For proper functionality:

• A float should be installed in the tank.
• Valves should be installed in the tank, pump, and compressor connections.
• Check valves should be placed at the inlet and outlet of the tank.
• A spring-loaded safety valve should be mounted to ensure safety.

Hydrophore Tank Installation with Air Injector

In this system, air is supplied via an air injector. The water level is controlled by electrodes, and air pressure is regulated using a solenoid valve.

Packaged Hydrophore Installation

Packaged hydrophores do not require continuous air supplementation. The tank contains a membrane separating the air and water sections. Air is pressurized and sealed in the air section. The connections should be made as per the diagram.

Automatic Hydrophore Control Elements

These components directly regulate the operation of the hydrophore system. Teflon tape should be used in connections, and appropriate tools should be used to tighten them.

Hydrophore Electrical Connections

• Float Switch Connection: Controls the water level and regulates the pump's power supply accordingly.
• Non-Switch Float Connection: In this system, there is no electrical switch, and the pump operates independently of the water level.

Adjustment and Commissioning

To adjust the hydrophore pressure:

• Remove the cover screw of the switch and observe the pressure on the manometer.
• Turn the adjustment screw clockwise to increase pressure or counterclockwise to decrease it.

Connecting Water Tanks to the Hydrophore

• The connection should be as short and straight as possible.
• The pump should always be filled with water.
• Air supply for the hydrophore is ensured through an injector system.

Operating the Hydrophore

1. Check the suitability of the water and electrical installations.
2. Ensure that the water tank has a sufficient amount of water.
3. Verify that the dry-run protection system is correctly installed.
4. Slightly loosen the pump's air relief plug and wait until water starts leaking.
5. Start the pump briefly to check for obstructions.
6. Confirm that the pump is operating within the desired pressure range.
7. The hydrophore is now ready for operation.